York Regional Police is reminding citizens of a few basic steps to take to protect your property.

Lock all doors that lead to your residence as well as your vehicle doors

Do not announce your travel plans or absence from home on social media or your phone’s voicemail

If going away on vacation or an extended absence, ask a trusted neighbor to watch your house and make your home looked lived-in by using timer-controlled lights, having mail and/or paper delivery temporarily stopped or delivered elsewhere and arranging for neighbours to park in your driveway

Be aware of suspicious people or vehicles in your neighbourhood and call police immediately if you’re concerned. We will respond to these calls. Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact the York Regional Police Break-and-Enter Task Force at 1-866-876-5423, ext.7241, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-tips, or leave an anonymous tip online at www.1800222tips.com or text your tip to CRIMES (274637) starting with the word YORK.